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E: 15/05 Win a Dream Trip to Scilly

https://www.visitislesofscilly.com/ideas-and-inspiration/competitions/next-stop-competition/

An island escape worth waiting to be discovered...

We’ve teamed up with Great Western Railway and some amazing partners to offer you the chance to win an unforgettable adventure to the Isles of Scilly. This incredible prize includes everything you need for a perfectly curated escape.

This fantastic prize package, worth over £3,000, includes:

- Return rail travel for two adults with Great Western RailwayTravel Standard Class between London Paddington and Penzance with one of the UK's most iconic rail providers. This prize includes a twin cabin for one leg aboard the Night Riviera Sleeper, offering a comfortable and unique overnight experience, plus two tickets for one leg on a daytime GWR service - so you can sit back, relax and take in the scenic views along the way. The winners will also have access to the GWR lounge at London Paddington. A perfect blend of adventure and relaxation - your trip starts the moment you step on board.

- Three nights' accommodation for two adults in a Duchy of Cornwall Holiday CottageStay on the beautiful Restormel Estate near Lostwithiel, where a collection of thoughtfully restored cottages offers a peaceful countryside retreat. The prize also includes one breakfast sitting for two adults at the Duchy of Cornwall Nursery during your stay, known for its seasonal, locally sourced food and relaxed garden setting.

​- Two return flights with Penzance Helicopters from Penzance to Tresco or St. Mary’s. Take to the skies for an unforgettable start to your island escape. Penzance Helicopters offers a fast, scenic and incredibly memorable journey to the Isles of Scilly, with breathtaking aerial views of Cornwall’s coastline and the turquoise waters below.

- Two nights' bed and breakfast for two at the New Inn on Tresco Island, plus one dinner for two. A welcoming island inn overlooking New Grimsby Harbour, known for its relaxed atmosphere, comfortable rooms, and excellent food made with fresh, local ingredients - perfectly placed for exploring the island.

- Two nights' bed and breakfast for two at Karma St. Martin's. Enjoy an Ocean View Room, plus one 3-course dinner for two. A boutique coastal retreat set just above the shoreline, offering sweeping sea views, stylish rooms, and a calm, restorative atmosphere - ideal for unwinding and soaking up island life.

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to experience the Isles of Scilly like never before! Good Luck!

The deadline to enter is midnight GMT, May 15, 2026. Please read the full Terms and Conditions below before entering.

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